Matthew R. Thrift is the recipient of the Outstanding Senior in Journalism Award and is known as one of the department’s best representatives due to his involvement and strong news judgment. His professors lauded his commitment to journalism and investigative skills. One of them said that since they’ve known him, “he has fearlessly chased stories and asked difficult questions. He’s even taken himself off assignments to avoid conflicts of interest. He respectfully challenges instructors and peers in class to be their best and never makes excuses.” #MCOMAwards #MCOMRecognition #Growinthefield